The Bomb (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2015, The Bomb is a history and documentary film directed by Kirk Wolfinger, running about 115 minutes. “It Changed the World… and Continues to Shape Our Lives” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Using masterfully restored footage from recently declassified images, The Bomb tells a powerful story of the most destructive invention in human history. From the earliest testing stages to its use as the ultimate chess piece in global politics, the program outlines how America developed the bomb, how it changed the world and how it continues to loom large in our lives. The show also includes interviews with prominent historians and government insiders, along with men and women who helped build the weapon piece by piece.
Who’s in it. The Bomb stars Jonathan Adams as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Bomb has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel and WETA+ and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bomb page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bomb tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bomb (2015)?
- In US, The Bomb is available to stream on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel and WETA+, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Bomb worth watching?
- The Bomb holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bomb?
- The Bomb stars Jonathan Adams.
- When was The Bomb released?
- The Bomb was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.